This is your opportunity for the flattest, fastest course in the area! The runway will be closed off for runners to experience a unique look at the airport grounds, something you do not get to do every day! Run past planes and along the actual landing strip on this certified looped course. Race Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026 . The event will feature both a 5K starting at 7:30 a.m. and a 10K starting at 7:40 a.m. The 10k will run the entire length of the runway. Free parking for the race at the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum, Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center . The Museum parking lot opens at 5:30 a.m. and will close promptly at 8:00 a.m. Please allow time to park, pass through security, walk through the museum, and get to the starting line. It is important to start each race on time. All participants must be able to complete the chosen course and be off the runway by 9:00 a.m. so that it can be reopened for aircraft traffic. To allow for extra time, the final 1/2 mile will be on a connector, so provided you are off the air strip and beyond the final checkpoint by 9:00 a.m., you will have plenty of time to finish. We haven't had a runner unable to finish the course yet. We plan to have water stations along the course; however, you are encouraged to carry your own water if needed. Registration Fee: Sign up early! There is a limit of 2,500 runners. 5K: $40 per participant through May 31; $45 through July 31, $50 until the race sells out or the race starts. 10K: $50 per participant through May 31; $55 through July 31; $60 until the race sells out or the race starts. All participants must register online and in advance of coming to the packet pick-up. Strollers (no registration needed for the child in the stroller) and wheelchairs will also be permitted, as long as they can complete the course by 9 am. Race proceeds will benefit Special Olympics Virginia, the Committee for Dulles Community Outreach, and the Washington Airports Task Force, all 501c3 nonpro
5K: Dulles Runway Commemorative Race Shirt
10K: Dulles Runway Commemorative Race Shirt
| Distance | Price | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5K | $40.00 | Apr 1 | May 31 |
| $45.00 | Jun 1 | Jul 31 | |
| $50.00 | Aug 1 | Aug 29 | |
| 10K | $50.00 | Apr 1 | May 31 |
| $55.00 | Jun 1 | Jul 31 | |
| $60.00 | Aug 1 | Aug 29 |
Directions: From Washington, DC and points south: Take I-66 West to Route 28 North (Exit 53B): Travel on Route 28 North for 5.3 miles. Exit at the Air and Space Museum Parkway and follow signs to the Udvar-Hazy Center. The parking lot will close at 8:00 a.m. From Washington, DC and points north: Take I-495 West (Capital Beltway) to the Dulles Toll Road West (Route 267) - Toll Required. Exit the Dulles Toll Road at Route 28 South (Exit 9A) and travel south 3.5 miles. Exit at the Air and Space Mus
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 794 | 1:01:44 | 32:47 |
| Year | Finishers | Median Time | Fastest Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1,314 | 37:16 | 15:32 |
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Packet Pick up Packets will be available to be picked up at the Washington Dulles Airport Marriott (45020 Aviation Dr, Dulles, VA 20166) on: Thursday, August 27 from 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Friday, August 28 from 2:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Packet pickup will also available Saturday, August 29, race day morning starting at 5:40 a.m at the museum. To avoid race day lines, runners are strongly encouraged to pick up at the Marriott on Thursday or Friday. You are welcome and encouraged to pick up for friends a